Drugsline has announced an extension to its support and counselling services. The Ilford-based charity is to offer out-of-hours after-care sessions for those who have been through addiction treatment and require therapeutic support.

The evening support group, which will be facilitated by a qualified practitioner, is to be available every Thursday between 7.30pm and 9.00pm. The charity has a freephone and confidential crisis line (0808 1 606 606) that is run by more than 60 volunteers.